Trending Stories In Osun Today
Osun State remains in the spotlight as political tension, governance developments, and socio-religious matters continue to dominate the headlines.
From the ongoing local government tussle between the ruling People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC), to administrative recognitions and cultural observances, the pulse of the state beats with unfolding events that demand the attention of every discerning citizen.
1. LG Crisis: NULGE Recognises Osun PDP Council Officials, Asks Tinubu To Call AGF To Order
The Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) has urged President Bola Tinubu to call the Accountant General of the Federation, Shamseldeen Ogunjimi, to order following a letter directing the opening of local government accounts for the purportedly reinstated All Progressives Congress Yes or No council officials in Osun State.
This was as the union called for the release of the withheld Osun State Local Government Allocation from March 2025 till date to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Council Officials.
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2. Hijrah 1447: Adeleke Declares Public Holiday, Felicitates Osun Muslims
As Muslims across the globe mark the commencement of the Islamic New Year, Hijrah 1447, the Osun State Government has declared Friday June 27 as Public Holiday.
This is contained in a government announcement signed by the Commissioner for Home Affairs, Alhaji Rasheed Aderibigbe, sighted by OSUN DEFENDER on Thursday.
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3. Omigbodun Emerges Afenifere Chair In Osun
A former acting Chairman of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in Osun State and Governorship candidate of the party in the 2022 Gubernatorial election, Arc. Goke Omigbodun, has emerged as the new Chairman of Afenifere in Osun.
Omigbodun was affirmed as the new state Chairman of the Welfarist Political organisation established by Chief Obafemi Awolowo and his political associates in 1951, after the tenure of the immediate past Chairman, Comerade Segun Famojuele elapsed.
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4. Osun Amotekun Grills Oyetola’s Ex-Media Aide Over Facebook Post
The Osun State command of Amotekun Corps has confirmed that it questioned Mr Taiwo Olaore, a former media aide to ex-Governor, Gboyega Oyetola, over an alleged corps on social media.
The Corps said Olaore was not arrested but only invited for questioning over an alleged unverified and damaging accusations against the Osun Amotekun Corps, including claims of extortion.
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Sodiq Lawal is a passionate and dedicated journalist with a knack for uncovering captivating stories in the bustling metropolis of Osun State and Nigeria at large. He has a versatile reporting style, covering a wide range of topics, from politics , campus, and social issues to arts and culture, seeking impact in all facets of the society.
